Orthodontic Dental Assistant Pioneer Orthodontics Lincoln, NE Job Details Full-time $18.00 - $22.50 an hour 3 hours ago Qualifications Teamwork Preparing dental treatment areas Cleaning Orthodontics Patient interaction Full Job Description Who We Are At Pioneer Orthodontics, we believe orthodontics is about more than straightening teeth — it's about helping people feel confident, cared for, and proud of their smile. We are looking for an Orthodontic Assistant who wants to be part of a team that genuinely enjoys helping others, takes pride in their work, and believes that the way we treat our patients and each other matters. This position will work at both our Lincoln and York locations , so flexibility and reliability are important. You are paid for you travel time and you ride with the team. Monday-Thursday. We also have non clinic days that we call Pioneer Improvement Days that add a lot of flexibility with your schedule! The Pioneer Way We are looking for someone who: Puts people first and genuinely enjoys helping others Is incredibly reliable and takes ownership of their responsibilities Wants to grow their career and continue learning Is positive, encouraging, and brings good energy to the team Works well as part of a team and is willing to jump in wherever needed Takes pride in doing things the right way — even when no one is watching Is comfortable receiving feedback and wants to continually improve Treats every patient with kindness, patience, and respect Understands that the little things make a big difference in a patient's experience Is willing to travel between our Lincoln and York offices Wants to build a long-term career in orthodontics, not simply have a job What You'll Do As an Orthodontic Assistant, you will help provide an exceptional patient experience while supporting the clinical team.

Responsibilities include:

Assisting the orthodontist with patient care and treatment Taking and maintaining accurate orthodontic records and photos Assisting with braces, wires, appliances, bonding, and other orthodontic procedures Preparing treatment rooms and maintaining a clean, organized clinical environment Sterilizing and maintaining instruments according to office protocols Educating patients and parents on orthodontic care and home instructions Building positive relationships with patients throughout their treatment Recognizing opportunities to encourage and celebrate patients Following Pioneer Orthodontics' clinical systems, checklists, and standards Communicating effectively with the clinical and front-office teams Working at both the Lincoln and York locations as scheduled Continuing to learn and develop your orthodontic skills What We Value Most Reliability. We need someone we can count on. Heart. We want someone who truly cares about patients and teammates. Growth. We want someone who wants to become better, learn more, and build a career. Teamwork. Everyone at Pioneer plays a role in creating an exceptional patient experience. Ownership. We want people who see what needs to be done and step up to help. The Right Person for Pioneer You don't have to know everything on day one. We can teach orthodontic skills. What we can't teach is the desire to help people, a strong work ethic, reliability, and the attitude that you are part of something bigger than yourself. If you are looking for a place where you can learn, grow, make a difference, and become an important part of a team , we'd love to meet you. Come grow with Pioneer Orthodontics.

Pay:

$18.00 - $22.50 per hour

Work Location:

In person